National Hurricane Center Tracks 3 Atlantic Systems, Raises Odds
Summary
The National Hurricane Center is watching three weather systems in the Atlantic as the hurricane season approaches its busiest time. One system near West Africa has the highest chance—about 40%—of becoming a tropical cyclone in the next week, but none currently threaten the United States.Key Facts
- Three weather disturbances are being monitored in the Atlantic basin.
- A tropical wave near West Africa may develop into a low-pressure area with a 40% chance of becoming a storm soon.
- Two other systems have lower development chances: 20% near the Azores and 10-20% near Bermuda.
- No Atlantic storms currently pose a threat to the U.S.
- The Atlantic hurricane season tends to peak around September 10.
- The Pacific Ocean has been more active recently, with Hurricane Lala and Tropical Storm Moke affecting Hawaii.
- An El Niño weather pattern is influencing stronger Pacific storms and weaker Atlantic activity so far.
- Meteorologists expect more tropical development later in the Atlantic season due to rising ocean temperatures and better atmospheric conditions.
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